Welcome to Week Four of Nurses Month 2023! Nurses are the pride and joy of our community at CareerStaff. To recognize your life-changing work this Nurses Month, we’re taking it up a notch with professional nursing organizations and ways to get involved in your community.
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Let’s find out how you can get connected with your nursing community. Read on to explore community engagement in nursing and some of the top nursing organizations in 2023.
National Nurses Month 2023: Ways to Engage in Your Community
The final week of Nurses Month 2023 is all about Community Engagement. To celebrate, here are direct, impactful ways you can build your nursing community and feel connected to the healthcare industry.
- Find Your Nursing Community on Social Media.
Make an impact and let your voice be heard on social media:
- Give a shoutout to a fellow nurse who inspires you.
- Why did you become a nurse? Share the “why” behind your career!
- Recognize the invaluable contributions that nurses make beyond the bedside each and every day.
Explore Facebook Groups, online nursing communities, and forums where you can connect and network with your fellow healthcare heroes.
- Advocate for Change, Starting in Your Community.
As a nurse, staying updated with ANA’s Policy & State Government Affairs program can make a difference in impacting nursing-related legislation across the country. Join the conversation with elected local or state officials. By getting engaged, you can take the opportunity to have your voice be heard on the value of nurses in the healthcare system.
Learn more about how you can amplify your voice here.
- Get Involved with Local Professional Nursing Organizations.
As a nurse, you know the importance of teamwork and collaboration. One way is by partnering with other nursing and healthcare organizations to sponsor a joint nurses month event.
To make the event memorable, think outside the box. You can host a virtual or in-personal fundraiser, advocating for resources and support for your fellow nurses.
Top Professional Nursing Organizations to Join in 2023
Even outside of patient care, nurses play a pivotal role in advocating for public health policies and shaping healthcare organizations. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of some of the top professional nursing organizations out there.
Joining nursing organizations not only expand your involvement in the nursing community, but also empower you in becoming an effective nurse leader. Such organizations can include:
The American Nurses Association (ANA)
Featuring over 4 million registered nurse members, ANA is one of the largest organizations in the U.S.
How to join: Join the ANA and Your State Nurses Association by signing up here!
How can this professional nursing organization benefit your career?
ANA members can enjoy access to free professional development resources and webinars, updates on current events, discounts on continuing education, a nursing community with networking and mentorship opportunities, state nurse association benefits, and more.
How can you make an impact on the organization?
The ANA acts as a voice for the nurses in the U.S. Make an impact by participating in membership surveys, joining advocacy efforts, donating to action committees, and staying updated on key bills in healthcare with ANA’s Nurses Strategic Action Team.
The National League for Nursing (NLN)
The NLN is the longest-standing U.S. professional nursing organization out there.
How to join: Sign up for an individual membership here!
How can this professional nursing organization benefit your career?
Continue your education with networking, opportunities, discounts on nursing conferences, programs, and webinars, and free access to article subscriptions.
How can you make an impact on the organization?
Expand your nursing community by joining NLN events, signing up for committees, using their Advocacy Action Center, volunteering with a local NLN Constituent League, and applying for NLN research grants & scholarships.
The American Board of Nursing Specialties (ABNS)
The ABNS represents nearly 1 million registered nurses in the U.S., focusing on nurse education and certification.
How to join: Join the ABNS here!
How can this professional nursing organization benefit your career?
Add national leaders to your nursing community, stay updated on current issues surrounding nursing certifications, and participate in national research projects.
How can you make an impact on the organization?
Attend biannual events, join ABNS online forums, and use your voice to get involved.
The Emergency Nurses Association (ENA)
The ENA has over 50,000 members, each specializing in emergency nursing care.
How to join: Sign up to become a member here!
How can this professional nursing organization benefit your career?
An ENA membership gives RNs, future RNs, and Certified Emergency Nurses opportunities to easily access free continuing education, up-to-date resources, and a global nursing community in the specialized field.
How can you make an impact on the organization?
Register to attend the Emergency Nursing 2023 conference in September, gain CNE hours from ENA University, and get action alerts to engage with members of Congress on ENA policies.
Association of Nursing Professional Development (ANPD)
The ANPD is a nursing community of over 6,000 healthcare professionals looking to advance their careers.
How to join: Join the ANPD here!
How can this professional nursing organization benefit your career?
Accelerate your career goals with access to research-backed resources on how to improve the quality of patient care and become a true leader in the field. Enjoy exclusive access to member discounts and publications.
How can you make an impact on the organization?
Participate in networking and continuing education events, attend the Aspire Convention, and engage in discussion forums.
Cultural & Regional Nurse Associations
Organizations like the National Black Nurses Association (NBNA), National Association of Hispanic Nurses (NAHN), and the National Coalition of Ethnic Minority Nurse Associations (NCEMNA) can help professionals find their nursing community, amplify their voices, and be inspired by mentors.
Finding organizations that represent your culture, region, or background can help you feel seen, heard, and empowered in your career.
How to join: Explore the complete list of National, State, and International professional nursing organizations here!
Find Your Nursing Community this Nurses Month!
Get engaged with your nursing community. At CareerStaff, we’re here to recognize you as a difference maker. Learn how to get involved during these final weeks of Nurses Month 2023. Even though Nurses Month is coming to an end, we’re thrilled to celebrate nurses all year long!
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